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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Period: 1990s
Period: 1940s
Ole Wanscher Chest of Drawers in Rosewood for Cabinetmaker A. J. Iversen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ole Wanscher chest of drawers in rosewood with bass fittings. Made by master cabinetmaker A. J. Iversen. Chest has four drawers.
Category
1940s Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Amboyna Burl Wood Commode Attr. Maurice Dufrène 1940s
Located in Paris, IDF
This beautiful 1940s Art Deco chest of drawers attributed to Maurice Dufrène imparts a cosy, glowing mood to any space. The warm amboyna burl wood remains looking healthy and smooth some eighty years later. Gilded carved feet and solid brass handles adorn the front of the commode, and one of the signatures of Maurice Dufrène during his lead at La Maîtrise. This commode feels delightfully modern for the period and charmingly vintage now...
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
Restored Pair of Chests by Edward Wormley, circa 1947
By Drexel, Edward Wormley
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful pair of Modern chests by Edward Wormley for Drexel, circa 1947. Expertly constructed in silver elm and finished in cream lacquer. The functional size and scale allow for ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Magnificent Rare Modern Commode by John Stuart, circa 1940 - Pair Available
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
This majestic commode has undergone a meticulous complete restoration. The chest may be re-lacquered in another Ben Moore color in advance of shipment, if so desired.
A stellar ex...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Big Mid-Century Modern Commode, Mahogany, Opaline, Brass, style V. Dassi - Italy
Located in Girona, ES
Big commode, six-drawer, mahogany veneer, stained mahogany stands, French polish. Drawers interiors in ashwood. Polished brass handles and feet. Black opaline on top.
In the style of Vittorio Dassi...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Thomas O’Brien for Hickory chair co. Empire dresser.
Located in Allentown, PA
This is an American Empire style Chest drawers by the Hickory chair Company. This beautiful chest has its original hardware and the top two drawers are uniquely lined with felt for y...
Category
1990s American American Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Rare Model Charles Dudouyt Mid 20th Century French Art Deco Oak Sideboard
Located in Benington, Herts
An extremely rare model Charles Dudouyt mid 20th Century French Art Deco oak sideboard.
French circa 1940
This fine sideboard is signed to the back by the great designer Charles Du...
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1940s French Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Widdicomb Modern Original Figured Mahogany Three-Drawer Commode
Located in Chicago, IL
Widdicomb modern original Art Deco three-drawer commode with figured mahogany drawer fronts. Picture frame style casing with recessed curved front pli...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Louis XVI Style Marble Top Commode in Black
Located in North York, ON
Exquisite antique Louis XVI style Marble Top Commode, a testament to the enduring elegance of French craftsmanship. Crafted in the 1940s, this commode embodies the grandeur of the Lo...
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1940s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Antique Louis XVI Marble Top Commode in Gray
Located in North York, ON
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this exquisite Louis XVI Marble Top Commode. Crafted in France, circa the 1940s. Its sleek brass inlay and hardware gleam against the sophisticate...
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1940s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Fantastic Venetian Paint Decorated Commode cabinet with Painted Birds
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous Venetian Paint Decorated with painted birds and floral foliage. The commode has a shelf in the center and the finish has that great time-worn distressed look. The ...
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1940s Italian Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Signed Classic Louis XVI Distressed Walnut Marble Directoire Commode
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a superb distressed Directoire style commode with a beautiful marble top. The commode measures 50.5 wide x 24.5 deep x 34 tall. The commode is made to look antique is and is ...
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1940s French Directoire Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Petite Size English Chest
Located in Nashville, TN
This is such an unusual size 4 drawer English chest it could easily be used beside a chair, bed or many other places you needed a small piece .This item does not have a lot of age on...
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1940s English Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
2 Swedish Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique set of 2 Swedish Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers. they have been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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1940s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Solid Mahogany Georgian Style Four Front Pull Chest Drawers / Commode
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Introduce timeless elegance and versatile functionality to your home with this exquisite Chippendale style Solid Mahogany Four Drawer Chest of Drawers / Commode. Crafted from solid c...
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1940s Chippendale Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Louis Revival Marquetry Commode Chest 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning Louis revival marble topped 'bombe' marquetry commode, dating from the last quarter of the 20th century.
This beautiful commode is made from walnut, wood and fea...
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1990s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Pyramid Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W21 D10.5 H59.5
Vintage lightly restored chest of drawers. Item has been inspected and secured where needed by in house artisans. Chest has only been lightly restored and recoated t...
Category
1990s Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Postmodern Tallboy / Chest of Drawers by Heals, c.1990
By Heal's
Located in Surbiton, GB
A chest of drawers produced by Heals in the 1990's. Made from solid cherry and featuring 4 wide and 6 small drawers (disguised as 18 small drawers), dovetail joints and brushed steel...
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1990s British Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Italian Inlaid Rosewood Commode Dresser Chest of Drawers
Located in Long Branch, NJ
Gorgeous Italian Inlaid Rosewood Commode Dresser Chest of Drawers
Dimensions : 49.5" Wide X 22.25" Deep X 37" Tall
This Commode is out of this world! It has gorgeous rosewood grain...
Category
1990s Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of Georgian Style Mahogany Sunburst Pattern Demilune Chest of Drawers
Located in Long Branch, NJ
Pair of Georgian Style Mahogany Sunburst Pattern Demilune Chest of Drawers
Dimensions : 26.5" Wide X 13.25" Deep X 30" Tall
Very nice sunburst pattern chests with tons of storage...
Category
1990s Indonesian Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Black Lacquer Low Chest by Kittinger
By Kittinger
Located in New York, NY
This bold and thoughtfully composed Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Low Chest in Black Lacquer with Antique White Gold Greek Key Detailing is by Kittinger and originates from the Un...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
Pair of Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Black Lacquer Low Chests by Kittinger
By Kittinger
Located in New York, NY
This bold and thoughtfully composed Pair of Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Low Chests in Black Lacquer with Antique White Gold Greek Key Detailing are by Kittinger and originate fr...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
English George II Style Burled Oysterwood Dresser Chest of Drawers
Located in Long Branch, NJ
Gorgeous English George II Style Burled Oysterwood Dresser Chest of Drawers
Dimensions : 46" Wide X 22.5" Deep X 42" Tall
This gorgeous chest of drawers was made in the UK in the ...
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1990s British George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Peter Hvidt for Thorald Madsen, Pair of Petite Teak Cabinets
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of small chests of drawers in teak over birch. Slightly tapering body, brass pulls, and wonderful dark patina add to the overall elegance. A versatile size, the pair work well a...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Swedish Mid Century Modern Wooden Chest of Drawers in Pine Produced, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare wooden mid century chest of drawers commode in pine with brass handles produced in Sweden, 1940s. In good condition.
Dimensions: H: 70 cm / 27.55" W: 96 cm / 37.80" D: 46 cm /...
Category
1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Art Deco dresser with four drawers 20th century
Located in Premariacco, IT
Chamber dresser made circa 1940 entirely of wood with four large, sturdy drawers.
The cabinet lends itself well to all kinds of environments thanks to its small size and soft, gentl...
Category
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Raymond Loewy for Mengel Bleached Mahogany Nightstand with Drawer & Shelf
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Raymond Loewy for Mengel single drawer Bedside Table with short legs. Featuring a rectangular Bleached Mahogany form with top drawer, wood and brass knob with Mengel M, cubbies, and ...
Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Louis XVI Style Commode
Located in Pomona, CA
Louis xvi style commode. Dovetail drawers and 2 keys.
Category
1990s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
18th C Style Alfonso Marina Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
18th C Style Alfonso Marina Chest of Drawers Commode
Category
1990s Mexican Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Small Lacquered Commode with Chinese Scenes in the style of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and decorative small commode is made of lacquered and gilt wood with chinese scenes. This very elegant chest of drawers is wonderfully decorated with bronze handles an...
Category
1940s French Neoclassical Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
1940's Cerused Sideboard by Huntington Chair Corp
Located in Dallas, TX
Clean Modernist lines, a gorgeous dresser or sideboard dating from the 1940's, produced by Huntington Chair Corp - Huntington, West Virginia. Oak grain in cerused finish gives it a u...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Art Deco walnut-root dresser with four drawers
Located in Premariacco, IT
Elegant and refined walnut briar dresser from the early 1940s, Italian production of high quality and workmanship.
Linear design and small size with proportions ideal for any kind o...
Category
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco chest of drawers in walnut burl and mahogany 1940s
Located in Premariacco, IT
Elegant walnut burl and mahogany dresser from the early 1940s, Italian production of high quality and workmanship.
Linear design and small size with proportions ideal for any kind o...
Category
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Walnut
XL Pine Haberdashery Cabinet From France, Circa 1940
Located in Nashville, TN
XL Pine Haberdashery Cabinet From France, Circa 1940. Solid pine construction with fantastic original use and patina.
Category
1940s European Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Cassettone in radica con maniglie in ottone e plastica decorata
Located in Premariacco, IT
Elegante comò da camera in radica con profili ebanizzati e quattro ampi e robusti cassetti.
I primi due cassetti dispongono di serratura funzionante con un'unica chiave, da notare l...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Solid elm cabinet by Søren Nissen & Ebbe Gehl for Maison Seltz, France 1990s
Located in STRASBOURG, FR
Two-piece base unit from the Fagus series, designed by Søren Nissen & Ebbe Gehl for the Seltz cabinetmaker in the early 90s, entirely in solid elm.
Fagus furniture is modular, so yo...
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1990s French Brutalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm
Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Collection Ebonized 32", 38" or 48" Chests
By Drexel, Edward Wormley
Located in St. Louis, MO
Singles of Edward Wormley for Drexel chests from the Precedent Collection with brass tone hardware, circa 1947.
Size shown in photos is 32" W , also have 38"w and 48" W available
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Category
1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Chiffonier chest of drawers, France, around 1900.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique chiffonier chest of drawers from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, France.
Dimensions: height 101 cm / width 66 cm / depth 39 cm
Category
1990s French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Bonnet top maple highboy chest of drawers
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Maple wood highboy chest of drawers featuring a turned wood bonnet top, patinated brass hardware and carved shell detail.
Category
1940s American Rustic Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
Antique Italian Louis XV Style Inlaid Marble Top Chest of Drawers Cabinet
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classic Louis XV style beautifully inlaid Italian marble top cabinet, chest, commode or media cabinet having one large drawer over two faux drawers that open as doors; perfect for di...
Category
1940s Italian Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Henkel Harris French Empire Louis Philippe Flame Mahogany Marble Top Dresser
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Empire of Louis Philippe style dresser or chest of drawers
By Henkel Harris
USA, 1990s
Stunning book-matched flame mahogany, with beveled marble top, and ori...
Category
1990s American Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Pair of White Lacquer Art Deco Chests with Nickeled Pulls by Charak Modern
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco/Hollywood pair of chest of drawers were handmade by the illustrious American producer, Charak Modern, circa 1942. It features the Fine level of craftsmanship an...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Enamel, Nickel
John Widdicomb Art Deco Black Lacquered Dresser Chests, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Art Deco or Mid-Century Modern dressers or bedside chests
By John Widdicomb
USA, Circa 1940s
Black lacquered mahogany, with brass accents.
Measures: 36"W x 19....
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Marble Top Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form commode or dresser chest
By Ralph Widdicomb for John Widdicomb Co.
USA, Circa 1940s
Solid carved cherry wood, with beveled ...
Category
1940s American French Provincial Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Wood Marble Top Dresser Chest
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form commode or dresser chest
By Ralph Widdicomb for John Widdicomb Co.
USA, Circa 1940s
Solid carved cherry wood, with beveled ...
Category
1940s American Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Marble Top Chests of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form commodes or dresser chests
By Ralph Widdicomb for John Widdicomb Co.
USA, Circa 1940s
Solid carved cherry wood, wit...
Category
1940s American French Provincial Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Baker Furniture Georgian Flame Mahogany Serpentine Front Chest of Drawers, 1940s
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Georgian or Regency style flame mahogany dresser or chest of drawers
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1940s
Beautiful book-matched flame mahogany, with embossed leathe...
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1940s American Georgian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Art Deco chest of drawers , Walnut Root by Paolo Buffa for Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Elegant Mid-Century modern three-drawer dresser by Paolo Buffa for Permanente Mobili Cantù in walnut burl , with mirror. Accessories such as hands and feet made of gold-plated brass....
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nutwood
Art Deco walnut burl dresser with three drawers 1940
Located in Premariacco, IT
Peculiar chest of drawers from the early 1940s in walnut burl with three large, sturdy drawers.
The cabinet has been oil and shellac polished, shows normal marks due to age and use....
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nutwood
John Stuart French Regency Pink Lacquered Dresser Chest, Newly Refinished
By John Stuart
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding French Regency Louis XV style dresser or chest of drawers
By John Stuart
USA, Circa 1940s
Pink lacquered mahogany, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 46"W x 2...
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1940s American Regency Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Reform Black and Gold Chest of Drawers by Jonathan Adler
Located in Pasadena, CA
This Contemporary Reform Black and Gold Chest of Drawers by Jonathan Adler pictorials the designer's commitment to creating distincti...
Category
1990s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
VINTAGE CIRCA 1940's MILITARY CAMPAIGN SIDE END LAMP WINE TABLE DRAWERS LOVELY
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime vintage circa 1940s English Military Campaign bedside table sized lamp wine table.
A truly stun...
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1940s English Campaign Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Georgian Flame Mahogany Highboy Dresser in the Manner of Baker Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style seven-drawer chest on chest highboy dresser
In the manner of Baker Furniture
USA, circa 1940s
Carved mahogany, with stunning flame m...
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1940s American Georgian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Italian Modern Parchment Chest, Sideboard Or Commode
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Modern Parchment Chest, Sideboard Or Commode.
This stunning Italian Art Deco parchment chest consists of three small drawers above three larger drawers below in the manner of...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Parchment Paper
1940s Swedish Chest of Drawers with Walnut Veneers with Curved Edges
Located in London, GB
Functionality is a key aspect of this 1940s Swedish chest of drawers. The design provides ample storage space to fulfil your organizational needs while maintaining a streamlined and ...
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1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Gorgeous Mahogany Cane Commode by John Hutton for Donghia - Pair Available
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent commode is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. The...
Category
1990s American Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
Highly Decorated Bronze Mounted Inlaid Fancy Italian Bombe Form Commode Chest
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a very intricately inlaid bronze mounted commode. The form is bombe with gorgeous bronze mounts and incredible highly figured walnut and satinwood. The commode has lighter an...
Category
1940s Italian Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Parisian Leather Clad Luggage Trunk Chest of Drawers
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Vintage Parisian Leather Clad Campaign Luggage Trunk Chest of Drawers
Category
1990s French Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather
Antique and Vintage Chests of Drawers and Commodes for Sale on 1stDibs
Is it a commode or a chest of drawers?
Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote a piece with a particularly intricate design. The commode dates to circa 1700 France, where it was used as an alternative to a taller cabinet piece so as to not obscure paneled, mirrored or tapestried walls. Coffers, or chests, which were large wooden boxes with hinged lids and sometimes stood on ball feet, preceded chests of drawers, a fashionable cabinet furnishing that garnered acclaim for its obvious storage potential and versatility.
As time passed, French and British furniture makers led the way in the production of chests of drawers, and features like the integration of bronze and ornamental pulls became commonplace. Antique French commodes in the Louis XV style were sometimes crafted in mahogany or walnut, while an Italian marble top added a sophisticated decorative flourish. This specific type of case piece grew in popularity in the years that followed.
So, what makes a chest of drawers different from a common dresser? Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do. Tallboys and highboys are variations of the dresser form. Some chests of drawers have one column of four to six long drawers or three long drawers in their bottom section that are topped by a cluster of small side-by-side drawers on the top. To further complicate things, we sometimes refer to particularly short chests of drawers as nightstands.
Even though chests of drawers are commonly thought of as bedroom furniture to store clothing, these are adaptable pieces. A chest of drawers can house important documents — think of your walnut Art Deco commode as an upgrade to your filing cabinet. Nestle your chest near your home’s front door to store coats and other outerwear, while the top can be a place to drop your handbag. Add some flair to your kitchen, where this lovable case piece can hold pots, pans and even cookbooks.
When shopping for the right chest of drawers for your home, there are a few key things to consider: What will you be storing in it? How big a chest will you need?
Speaking of size, don’t dream too big. If your space is on the smaller side, a more streamlined vintage mid-century modern chest of drawers, perhaps one designed by Paul McCobb or T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, may best suit your needs.
At 1stDibs, we make it easy to add style and storage to your home. Browse our collection of antique and vintage commodes and chests of drawers today.
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